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David Brooks on making modesty an American virtue again

David Brooks on making modesty an American virtue again

New York Times columnist and author David Brooks brings his 'modesty manifesto' to the Aspen Ideas Festival. He argues Americans need to embrace modesty as a virtue again so we can work together at solving some of the major problems are country is facing.

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UND starts transition from Fighting Sioux nickname

UND starts transition from Fighting Sioux nickname

University of North Dakota President Robert Kelley says the university will largely remove the "Fighting Sioux" logo by the end of December. A memo outlines how UMD will stop using the nickname.
by Dan Gunderson

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Gov. Dayton at fundraiser for Arrowhead food shelves

Gov. Mark Dayton and DFL Senate Minority Leader Tom Bakk highlighted the issue of hunger Tuesday at a fundraiser for Arrowhead food shelves.
by Julie Siple

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US to use foreign aid to promote gay rights

The Obama administration is announcing a wide-ranging effort to use U.S. foreign aid to promote rights for gays and lesbians abroad, including combating attempts by foreign governments to criminalize homosexuality.

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Few teens sexting racy photos, new research says

Teen sexting of nude photos online or via cellphone may be far less common than people think, new research suggests.

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Minnesotans heading to DC to protest economic inequality

A group of about 100 Minnesotans upset about economic inequality will be in Washington, D.C. this week for a four-day rally. Thousands of protesters from around the country plan to pitch tents on the National Mall starting Monday to call attention to the need for jobs and the widening gap between the rich and the poor.
by Madeleine Baran

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MnDOT reports increased hires of women, minorities on projects

Increased hires of women, minorities and disadvantaged businesses for transportation construction projects over the last three years are being reported.
by Jessica Mador

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Flying with Children

Flying with Children

Being on a flight with young children can be tough -- on parents and on childless passengers. Airlines experimenting with some new tactics for handling the situation are getting very mixed reviews. What are the best ways to ensure a peaceful flight for all on increasingly cramped airplanes?

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Obama: Relations with tribes at turning point

President Barack Obama says his administration offers a turning point in the tangled relationship between Washington and Native American tribes.

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